82 FR 42752 - Airworthiness Directives; General Electric Company Turbofan Engines
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 175 (September 12, 2017)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 175 (September 12, 2017)
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[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 175 (Tuesday, September 12, 2017)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 42752-42754] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-19250] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FA-2017-0668; Product Identifier 2017-NE-17-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; General Electric Company Turbofan Engines AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all General Electric Company (GE) CF6-80A, -80A1, -80A2, and -80A3 turbofan engines. This proposed AD was prompted by high cycle fatigue (HCF) cracking of the low-pressure turbine (LPT) stage 3 nozzles. This proposed AD would require replacement of the LPT stage 3 nozzles. We are proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by October 27, 2017. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. Fax: 202-493-2251. Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this NPRM, contact General Electric Company, GE-Aviation, Room 285, 1 Neumann Way, Cincinnati, OH 45215, phone: 513-552-3272; fax: 513-552-3329; email: [email protected]. You may view this service information at the FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Policy and Innovation Division, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 781-238-7125. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017- 0668; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this NPRM, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (phone: 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Herman Mak, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, ECO Branch, Compliance and Airworthiness Division, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7147; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this proposal. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2017-0668; Product Identifier 2017-NE-17-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, [[Page 42753]] economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this NPRM. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this NPRM because of those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this NPRM. Discussion We received a report of an LPT uncontainment on a CF6-80A2. Investigation determined the uncontainment was the result of HCF cracking of the LPT stage 3 nozzles. This condition, if not corrected, could result in failure of the LPT stage 3 nozzle, damage to the engine, and damage to the airplane. Related Service Information We reviewed GE CF6-80A Service Bulletin (SB) 72-0749, Revision 2, dated August 31, 2016. The SB describes procedures for replacement of the LPT stage 3 nozzles. FAA's Determination We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all the relevant information and determined the unsafe condition described previously is likely to exist or develop in other products of the same type design. Proposed AD Requirements This proposed AD would require replacement of the LPT stage 3 nozzles. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 7 engines installed on airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Replacement of LPT stage 3 nozzles.... 0 work-hours x $85 per $368,260 $368,260 $2,577,820 hour = $0. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable to engines, propellers, and associated appliances to the Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Policy and Innovation Division. Regulatory Findings We determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national Government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify this proposed regulation: (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866, (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and (4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. The Proposed Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 0 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): General Electric Company: Docket No. FAA-2017-0668; Product Identifier 2017-NE-17-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by October 27, 2017. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to General Electric (GE) CF6-80A, -80A1, -80A2, and -80A3 turbofan engines with low-pressure turbine (LPT) stage 3 nozzles, part number (P/N) 9290M52P05 and 9290M52P06, installed. (d) Subject Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 7250, Turbine Section. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by high cycle fatigue (HCF) cracking of the LPT stage 3 nozzles resulting in LPT uncontainment. We are issuing this AD to prevent cracking of the LPT stage 3 nozzles. The unsafe condition, if not corrected, could result LPT uncontainment, damage to the engine, and damage to the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Required Actions Within 36 months after the effective date of this AD, replace LPT stage 3 nozzles, P/N 9290M52P05 and 9290M52P06, with a part eligible for installation. [[Page 42754]] (h) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, FAA, ECO Branch, Compliance and Airworthiness Division, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the ECO Branch, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (i)(1) of this AD. You may email your request to: [email protected]. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (i) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Herman Mak, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, ECO Branch, Compliance and Airworthiness Division, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781- 238-7147; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected]. (2) GE CF6-80A Service Bulletin 72-0749, Revision 2, dated August 31, 2016; can be obtained from GE using the contact information in paragraph (i)(3) of this AD. (3) For service information identified in this proposed AD, contact General Electric Company, GE-Aviation, Room 285, 1 Neumann Way, Cincinnati, OH 45215, phone: 513-552-3272; fax: 513-552-3329; email: [email protected]. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Policy and Innovation Division, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 781-238-7125. Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on September 6, 2017. Robert J. Ganley, Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2017-19250 Filed 9-11-17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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the best position to help CBP identify reporting requirement at issue, and DATES: We must receive comments on
rules that are obsolete, unnecessary, provide the legal citation where this proposed AD by October 27, 2017.
unjustified, or simply no longer make available. Please note that certain ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
sense, or rules that could be better regulations which reflect statutory using the procedures found in 14 CFR
modernized to accomplish their requirements cannot be eliminated until 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
objectives. the statute is amended or repealed to methods:
Consistent with CBP’s commitment to eliminate that requirement. CBP also • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
public participation in the rulemaking requests that the submitter provide, in http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
process, CBP is soliciting views from the as much detail as possible, an instructions for submitting comments.
public on specific regulations or explanation why a regulation or • Fax: 202–493–2251.
paperwork requirements that could be reporting requirement should be • Mail: U.S. Department of
altered or eliminated to reduce burdens modified, streamlined, or repealed, as Transportation, Docket Operations,
while still allowing CBP to meet its well as specific suggestions of ways CBP M–30, West Building Ground Floor,
mission. can do so while achieving its regulatory Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey
While CBP promulgates rules in objectives. In addition, supporting data Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
accordance with the law and to the best or other information, such as cost • Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail
of its analytic capability, it is difficult to information, for any suggestions would address above between 9 a.m. and 5
be certain of the consequences of a rule, be useful. p.m., Monday through Friday, except
including its costs and benefits, until it Comments from the public are crucial Federal holidays.
has been tested. Because knowledge to understanding regulatory burden and For service information identified in
about the full effects of a rule is widely helping CBP find solutions that are cost this NPRM, contact General Electric
dispersed in society, members of the effective, facilitate legitimate trade and Company, GE-Aviation, Room 285, 1
public are likely to have useful travel, and enhance homeland security. Neumann Way, Cincinnati, OH 45215,
information and perspectives on the While CBP intends to fully consider all phone: 513–552–3272; fax: 513–552–
benefits and burdens of existing input received in response to this 3329; email: geae.aoc@ge.com. You may
requirements and how regulatory notice, CBP will not respond view this service information at the
obligations may be updated, individually to comments and none of FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards
streamlined, revised, or repealed to the comments submitted will bind CBP Branch, Policy and Innovation Division,
better achieve regulatory objectives, to take any further action. 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA.
while minimizing regulatory burdens, For information on the availability of
Dated: September 6, 2017.
consistent with applicable law. this material at the FAA, call 781–238–
Accordingly, CBP is asking you to Mark Koumans,
Deputy Executive Assistant Commissioner,
7125.
consider the following questions when
providing your input: Operations Support, U.S. Customs and Border Examining the AD Docket
(1) Are there CBP rules or reporting Protection.
[FR Doc. 2017–19167 Filed 9–11–17; 8:45 am]
You may examine the AD docket on
requirements that have become outdated the Internet at http://
and, if so, how can they be modernized BILLING CODE 9111–14–P
www.regulations.gov by searching for
to better accomplish their objective? and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
(2) Are there CBP rules that are still 0668; or in person at the Docket
necessary, but have not operated as well DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Management Facility between 9 a.m.
as expected such that a modified, or and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
slightly different approach at lower cost Federal Aviation Administration except Federal holidays. The AD docket
is justified? contains this NPRM, the regulatory
(3) Are there CBP rules that 14 CFR Part 39 evaluation, any comments received, and
unnecessarily obstruct, delay, curtail, or other information. The street address for
otherwise impose significant costs on [Docket No. FA–2017–0668; Product
Identifier 2017–NE–17–AD] the Docket Office (phone: 800–647–
the secure flow of legitimate trade and 5527) is in the ADDRESSES section.
travel to and from the United States? RIN 2120–AA64 Comments will be available in the AD
(4) Does CBP currently collect
docket shortly after receipt.
information that it does not need or use Airworthiness Directives; General
effectively? FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Electric Company Turbofan Engines
(5) Are there regulations, reporting Herman Mak, Aerospace Engineer, FAA,
requirements, or regulatory processes AGENCY: Federal Aviation ECO Branch, Compliance and
that are unnecessarily complicated or Administration (FAA), DOT. Airworthiness Division, 1200 District
could be streamlined to achieve ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone:
statutory obligations in more efficient (NPRM). 781–238–7147; fax: 781–238–7199;
ways? email: herman.mak@faa.gov.
(6) Are there rules or reporting SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
requirements that have been overtaken airworthiness directive (AD) for all
General Electric Company (GE) CF6– Comments Invited
by technological developments? Can
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new technologies be leveraged to 80A, –80A1, –80A2, and –80A3 We invite you to send any written
modify, streamline, or do away with turbofan engines. This proposed AD was relevant data, views, or arguments about
existing regulatory or reporting prompted by high cycle fatigue (HCF) this proposal. Send your comments to
requirements? cracking of the low-pressure turbine an address listed under the ADDRESSES
To allow CBP to more effectively (LPT) stage 3 nozzles. This proposed AD section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–
evaluate suggestions, CBP requests that would require replacement of the LPT 2017–0668; Product Identifier 2017–
commenters identify with specificity the stage 3 nozzles. We are proposing this NE–17–AD’’ at the beginning of your
regulation (in either Title 19 CFR AD to address the unsafe condition on comments. We specifically invite
Chapter I, or Title 8 CFR, Chapter I) or these products. comments on the overall regulatory,
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economic, environmental, and energy uncontainment was the result of HCF and determined the unsafe condition
aspects of this NPRM. We will consider cracking of the LPT stage 3 nozzles. This described previously is likely to exist or
all comments received by the closing condition, if not corrected, could result develop in other products of the same
date and may amend this NPRM in failure of the LPT stage 3 nozzle, type design.
because of those comments. damage to the engine, and damage to the
We will post all comments we airplane. Proposed AD Requirements
receive, without change, to http://
www.regulations.gov, including any Related Service Information This proposed AD would require
personal information you provide. We We reviewed GE CF6–80A Service replacement of the LPT stage 3 nozzles.
will also post a report summarizing each Bulletin (SB) 72–0749, Revision 2, dated Costs of Compliance
substantive verbal contact we receive August 31, 2016. The SB describes
about this NPRM. procedures for replacement of the LPT We estimate that this proposed AD
stage 3 nozzles. affects 7 engines installed on airplanes
Discussion
of U.S. registry.
We received a report of an LPT FAA’s Determination
We estimate the following costs to
uncontainment on a CF6–80A2. We are proposing this AD because we
Investigation determined the evaluated all the relevant information comply with this proposed AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Replacement of LPT stage 3 nozzles ............ 0 work-hours × $85 per hour = $0 ................. $368,260 $368,260 $2,577,820
Authority for This Rulemaking proposed AD would not have a § 39.13 [Amended]
Title 49 of the United States Code substantial direct effect on the States, on ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue the relationship between the national the following new airworthiness
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Government and the States, or on the directive (AD):
section 106, describes the authority of distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various General Electric Company: Docket No. FAA–
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: 2017–0668; Product Identifier 2017–NE–
Aviation Programs, describes in more levels of government.
17–AD.
detail the scope of the Agency’s For the reasons discussed above, I
authority. certify this proposed regulation: (a) Comments Due Date
We are issuing this rulemaking under We must receive comments by October 27,
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
the authority described in Subtitle VII, 2017.
action’’ under Executive Order 12866,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: (b) Affected ADs
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under
section, Congress charges the FAA with the DOT Regulatory Policies and None.
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, (c) Applicability
air commerce by prescribing regulations 1979), This AD applies to General Electric (GE)
for practices, methods, and procedures (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation CF6–80A, –80A1, –80A2, and –80A3
the Administrator finds necessary for in Alaska, and turbofan engines with low-pressure turbine
safety in air commerce. This regulation (LPT) stage 3 nozzles, part number (P/N)
is within the scope of that authority (4) Will not have a significant
9290M52P05 and 9290M52P06, installed.
because it addresses an unsafe condition economic impact, positive or negative,
on a substantial number of small entities (d) Subject
that is likely to exist or develop on
products identified in this rulemaking under the criteria of the Regulatory Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)
action. Flexibility Act. Code 7250, Turbine Section.
This AD is issued in accordance with List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 (e) Unsafe Condition
authority delegated by the Executive This AD was prompted by high cycle
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation fatigue (HCF) cracking of the LPT stage 3
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. safety, Incorporation by reference, nozzles resulting in LPT uncontainment. We
In accordance with that order, issuance Safety. are issuing this AD to prevent cracking of the
of ADs is normally a function of the LPT stage 3 nozzles. The unsafe condition, if
Compliance and Airworthiness The Proposed Amendment not corrected, could result LPT
Division, but during this transition Accordingly, under the authority uncontainment, damage to the engine, and
period, the Executive Director has damage to the airplane.
delegated to me by the Administrator,
delegated the authority to issue ADs the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part (f) Compliance
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applicable to engines, propellers, and 39 as follows: Comply with this AD within the
associated appliances to the Manager,
compliance times specified, unless already
Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS done.
Policy and Innovation Division. DIRECTIVES
(g) Required Actions
Regulatory Findings
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 Within 36 months after the effective date
We determined that this proposed AD of this AD, replace LPT stage 3 nozzles,
would not have federalism implications continues to read as follows:
P/N 9290M52P05 and 9290M52P06, with a
under Executive Order 13132. This Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. part eligible for installation.
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(h) Alternative Methods of Compliance this notice of intent to publish a safety. 21 U.S.C. 811(h)(1). In addition,
(AMOCs) temporary order to schedule the if proceedings to control a substance are
(1) The Manager, FAA, ECO Branch, synthetic opioids, N-(2-fluorophenyl)-N- initiated under 21 U.S.C. 811(a)(1), the
Compliance and Airworthiness Division, has (1-phenethylpiperidin-4- Attorney General may extend the
the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, yl)propionamide (ortho-fluorofentanyl temporary scheduling for up to one
if requested using the procedures found in 14 or 2-fluorofentanyl), N-(1- year. 21 U.S.C. 811(h)(2).
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, Where the necessary findings are
send your request to your principal inspector
phenethylpiperidin-4-yl)-N-
phenyltetrahydrofuran-2-carboxamide made, a substance may be temporarily
or local Flight Standards District Office, as
appropriate. If sending information directly (tetrahydrofuranyl fentanyl), and 2- scheduled if it is not listed in any other
to the manager of the ECO Branch, send it to methoxy-N-(1-phenethylpiperidin-4-yl)- schedule under section 202 of the CSA,
the attention of the person identified in N-phenylacetamide (methoxyacetyl 21 U.S.C. 812, or if there is no
paragraph (i)(1) of this AD. You may email fentanyl), into Schedule I. This action is exemption or approval in effect for the
your request to: ANE-AD-AMOC@faa.gov. based on a finding by the Administrator substance under section 505 of the
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, that the placement of these synthetic Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act
notify your appropriate principal inspector, (FDCA), 21 U.S.C. 355. 21 U.S.C.
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
opioids into Schedule I of the
Controlled Substances Act is necessary 811(h)(1); 21 CFR part 1308. The
of the local flight standards district office/
certificate holding district office. to avoid an imminent hazard to the Attorney General has delegated
public safety. When it is issued, the scheduling authority under 21 U.S.C.
(i) Related Information temporary scheduling order will impose 811 to the Administrator of the DEA. 28
(1) For more information about this AD, the administrative, civil, and criminal CFR 0.100.
contact Herman Mak, Aerospace Engineer, sanctions and regulatory controls
FAA, ECO Branch, Compliance and Background
applicable to Schedule I controlled
Airworthiness Division, 1200 District Section 201(h)(4) of the CSA, 21
Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781– substances under the Controlled
U.S.C. 811(h)(4), requires the
238–7147; fax: 781–238–7199; email: Substances Act on the manufacture,
Administrator to notify the Secretary of
herman.mak@faa.gov. distribution, reverse distribution,
the Department of Health and Human
(2) GE CF6–80A Service Bulletin 72–0749, possession, importation, exportation,
Revision 2, dated August 31, 2016; can be
Services (HHS) of his intention to
research, and conduct of instructional
obtained from GE using the contact temporarily place a substance into
activities, and chemical analysis of
information in paragraph (i)(3) of this AD. Schedule I of the CSA.2 The
these synthetic opioids.
(3) For service information identified in Administrator transmitted notice of his
this proposed AD, contact General Electric DATES: September 12, 2017. intent to place ortho-fluorofentanyl,
Company, GE-Aviation, Room 285, 1 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: tetrahydrofuranyl fentanyl, and
Neumann Way, Cincinnati, OH 45215, Michael J. Lewis, Diversion Control methoxyacetyl fentanyl in Schedule I on
phone: 513–552–3272; fax: 513–552–3329; Division, Drug Enforcement a temporary basis to the Assistant
email: geae.aoc@ge.com. Administration; Mailing Address: 8701 Secretary for Health of HHS by letter.
(4) You may view this service information Morrissette Drive, Springfield, Virginia
at the FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards Notice for these actions was transmitted
Branch, Policy and Innovation Division, 1200
22152; Telephone: (202) 598–6812. on the following dates: May 19, 2017
District Avenue, Burlington, MA. For SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This (ortho-fluorofentanyl) and July 5, 2017
information on the availability of this notice of intent contained in this (tetrahydrofuranyl fentanyl and
material at the FAA, call 781–238–7125. document is issued pursuant to the methoxyacetyl fentanyl). The Assistant
Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on temporary scheduling provisions of 21 Secretary responded by letter dated June
September 6, 2017. U.S.C. 811(h). The Drug Enforcement 9, 2017 (ortho-fluorofentanyl) and July
Robert J. Ganley, Administration (DEA) intends to issue a 14, 2017 (tetrahydrofuranyl fentanyl and
Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards temporary scheduling order (in the form methoxyacetyl fentanyl), and advised
Branch, Aircraft Certification Service. of a temporary amendment) to add that based on a review by the Food and
[FR Doc. 2017–19250 Filed 9–11–17; 8:45 am] ortho-fluorofentanyl, tetrahydrofuranyl Drug Administration (FDA), there are
fentanyl, and methoxyacetyl fentanyl to currently no investigational new drug
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Schedule I under the Controlled applications or approved new drug
Substances Act.1 The temporary applications for ortho-fluorofentanyl,
scheduling order will be published in tetrahydrofuranyl fentanyl, or
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE methoxyacetyl fentanyl. The Assistant
the Federal Register, but will not be
issued before October 12, 2017. Secretary also stated that the HHS has
Drug Enforcement Administration
no objection to the temporary placement
Legal Authority of ortho-fluorofentanyl,
21 CFR Part 1308
Section 201 of the Controlled tetrahydrofuranyl fentanyl, and
[Docket No. DEA–473] Substances Act (CSA), 21 U.S.C. 811, methoxyacetyl fentanyl into Schedule I
provides the Attorney General with the of the CSA. ortho-Fluorofentanyl,
Schedules of Controlled Substances: authority to temporarily place a tetrahydrofuranyl fentanyl, and
Temporary Placement of Ortho- substance into Schedule I of the CSA for methoxyacetyl fentanyl are not
Fluorofentanyl, Tetrahydrofuranyl two years without regard to the
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Fentanyl, and Methoxyacetyl Fentanyl requirements of 21 U.S.C. 811(b) if he 2 As discussed in a memorandum of
Into Schedule I finds that such action is necessary to understanding entered into by the Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) and the National Institute on
AGENCY: Drug Enforcement avoid imminent hazard to the public Drug Abuse (NIDA), the FDA acts as the lead agency
Administration, Department of Justice. within the HHS in carrying out the Secretary’s
1 Though DEA has used the term ‘‘final order’’ scheduling responsibilities under the CSA, with the
ACTION: Proposed amendment; notice of
with respect to temporary scheduling orders in the concurrence of NIDA. 50 FR 9518, Mar. 8, 1985.
intent. past, this notice of intent adheres to the statutory The Secretary of the HHS has delegated to the
language of 21 U.S.C. 811(h), which refers to a Assistant Secretary for Health of the HHS the
SUMMARY: The Administrator of the Drug ‘‘temporary scheduling order.’’ No substantive authority to make domestic drug scheduling
Enforcement Administration is issuing change is intended. recommendations. 58 FR 35460, July 1, 1993.
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| Category | Regulatory Information | |
| Collection | Federal Register | |
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| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Proposed Rules | |
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| Dates | We must receive comments on this proposed AD by October 27, 2017. | |
| Contact | Herman Mak, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, ECO Branch, Compliance and Airworthiness Division, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7147; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 82 FR 42752 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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